BSc (Hons) Paramedic Science
Course Overview
This professional program equips you with the essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills to launch your career as a paramedic on the front lines of emergency care. You will learn to assess, treat, and manage diverse patient needs in high-pressure environments through a blend of expert teaching and extensive clinical placements. Upon completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a newly qualified paramedic.
Key Program Highlights
- Taught by an experienced team of current paramedic practitioners and lecturers, ensuring real-world relevance.
- Extensive practice placements facilitated through a strong partnership with the local Ambulance Trust.
- Future-proof curriculum designed to provide the latest paramedic skills and respond to changes in healthcare.
- Multidisciplinary learning opportunities, including guest lectures from a network of healthcare professionals.
- HCPC-regulated and accredited, making you eligible to register and practice as a paramedic upon graduation.
Course Overview
This professional program equips you with the essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills to launch your career as a paramedic on the front lines of emergency care. You will learn to assess, treat, and manage diverse patient needs in high-pressure environments through a blend of expert teaching and extensive clinical placements. Upon completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a newly qualified paramedic.
Key Program Highlights
- Taught by an experienced team of current paramedic practitioners and lecturers, ensuring real-world relevance.
- Extensive practice placements facilitated through a strong partnership with the local Ambulance Trust.
- Future-proof curriculum designed to provide the latest paramedic skills and respond to changes in healthcare.
- Multidisciplinary learning opportunities, including guest lectures from a network of healthcare professionals.
- HCPC-regulated and accredited, making you eligible to register and practice as a paramedic upon graduation.
Requirements
Modules
- Introduction to Patient Assessment and Management
- Law, Policy and Ethics for Paramedics
- Non-technical Skills for Paramedics
- Paramedic Care across the Lifespan
- Paramedic Skills 1
- Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology
- Emergency Care
- Paramedic Skills 2 (Paramedic Science only)
- Patient Assessment and Management
- Research and Evidence Based Practice
- Evidence Based Practice and Improvement
- Integrated Urgent Care
- Minor Injury and Illness Care in the Community
- Paramedic Skills 3
- Transition to Paramedic Practice
